"And there it is," Baiyi remarked with some emotion, "It’s only natural. I still remember the first time we met, Mosen left, and you, boy, were the most unconvinced."

Matt Wei’s eyes flickered with a hint of nostalgia. At that time, although this person was of a lower level than they were, none of them even touched the hem of Baiyi’s clothes before they all fell.

"Alright, enough with the idle chatter. Recently, I’ve created a piece of equipment from a legacy, named: Mythical Armor, which can allow beings to nearly 100% enter the Legendary Domain, but..."

"Hiss~"

As soon as the words were spoken, the sound of gasping filled the courtyard of the City Lord’s Mansion.

Almost in an instant, the zeal filled the eyes of these people, including Matt Wei, who was a Dragon Descendant and unlike a Green Dragon. Any trace of malice they had entirely disappeared.

Only a few team members still carried some indelible malice.

Baiyi looked over, and Zero instantly searched out these people’s profiles.

There was some silence, for those who had family members killed in the reform...

The reform once resulted in over twenty million Transcendents’ deaths, though it wasn’t supposed to be that many, but unfortunately, the human heart is always uncontrollable.

Once a command is given, those in power would often turn a blind eye to wanton killing for benefit.

And it was within such indulgence that these young people’s families perished.

This era’s malice, while Baiyi wouldn’t feel disgusted by it, it also destined these people to have no fate with the Mythical Armor.

Matt Wei became a bit anxious, his breathing slightly rapid as he asked, "But what? Lord Baiyi, don’t keep us in suspense, it’s killing me, what is the requirement, just say it!"

Baiyi smiled, "There are only three pieces, and there may not be many more in the future. The materials are too precious, and the price of one set is over a billion gold coins."

"Hiss~"

Once again, the sound of sharp intakes echoed, as the three hundred people before him exchanged glances, their eyes filled with complex emotions.

According to legion norms, it would surely be a contest of talent and combat strength.

Perhaps normally, it wouldn’t matter, but when faced with the path to legend, former comrades could become enemies unto death.

The path to legend, it certainly would be a fight to the bitter end.

Their thoughts were chaotic, but a smile appeared on Baiyi’s face.

He basically understood; there were about two hundred usable people here, and almost all of them were A-level potential.

Matt Wei and the officer nearest to him even reached SS-level.

Moreover, Matt Wei seemed to have fewer thoughts, little malice towards him, maybe he’s just stubborn, but the worship of the strong is present.

After all, the Extraordinary world always worships the strong.

As for why not directly alter memories...

This pertains to the adaptation of personal rules. Most of them are warriors and assassins; if a person’s memory is modified like a puppet, they would never comprehend the rules.

This is also the point Baiyi discussed with Luoning: wanting to become powerful, self-awareness is essential.

Baiyi merely strengthened their innate admiration and veneration. This, while causing some decline in their talent, paired with the growth from Mythical Armor, would only make their cultivation speed faster.

Otherwise, relying entirely on the armor would make growth very slow, and mutual growth is currently the most suitable path.

If talent wasn’t considered, Baiyi might as well directly select household servants, or randomly select lucky citizens; this would allow these already highly-talented legion members to exhibit even higher value.

Baiyi initiated a scan, as the profiles of the two hundred people flashed before his eyes; he needed some powerful talent.

As he selected, Baiyi couldn’t help but lament, in terms of specialty, it had to be Matt Wei; after all, he was a Dragon Descendant, and his talent was high.

The soldiers felt some trepidation under the powerful prying sensation, but all had a look of expectation in their eyes.

Having just mentioned those, and now with the Detection Technique, even the most foolish person knew what was happening now.

After the last person was detected.

Baiyi pointed at a female human, named Laya.

This human was incredibly beautiful, with a hint of strength between her brows, complemented by an aura of blood evil, creating a unique beauty.

Laya was stunned, pointing at herself, her face full of disbelief.

But under Baiyi’s gentle gesture, she suppressed her excitement and stepped forward.

Baiyi glanced at Matt Wei, "You, Laya, and Sai De stay. Subsequent opportunities will still employ a competitive model. Whomever has the highest battle merits and talent has the detection chance, and if suitable, subsequent Mythical Armor will be given to them."

As the words fell, the other soldiers’ eyes were filled with disappointment, with some jealousy toward Laya.

They clenched their fists silently, with a one in twenty thousand chance, they still had hope, battle merits!!!

A fierce aura emanated from them, their gaze gradually fixating on Baiyi, containing traces of urgency.

These three hundred were Tianqi Army’s strongest three hundred, hence they could follow Matt Wei, but the others weren’t too far off.

After all, only through layer upon layer of selection did they ultimately enter Tianqi, and selections were held semi-annually in Tianqi; those who didn’t work hard couldn’t enter Tianqi.

They didn’t want to waste time anymore, other Tianqi squads were out there killing!

Baiyi read their intentions in their eyes: "Squad leaders, lead your teams, you may leave now."

Boom!

The ground shook slightly as the three hundred dashed out of the City Lord’s Mansion once Baiyi’s words ended, heading straight for the Teleportation Tower.

Baiyi smiled faintly, ordering Zero in his mind: [Spread the message throughout the entire army, send the two thousand Tianqi Army on guard out as well, they need a bit of pressure.]

Zero: [As you command!]

As Zero quickly disseminated the message, the entire legion system erupted, war intent surged to new heights.

Except for Light Speech Army following its path, Wucheng Army started to stir.

Because, they too had the chance to join the Tianqi Army, they just needed... to train desperately, defeat those who were eliminated, and they could enter!

Closing his eyes, his spiritual power swept over the whole Dongwu City, and the Tianqi Army that was originally patrolling dashed towards the Teleportation Tower, eyes full of fervor.

Baiyi felt satisfied, the malice towards him in the legion would decrease by at least eighty percent with this message.

Those who stayed originally only for high pay now had more goals.

Those lacking talent focused on Light Speech, while those with some talent set their sights on Tianqi, and on the battlefield, they all went berserk; whenever there was time, they started cultivating because they didn’t want to be brushed off.

Opening his eyes, Baiyi remarked with a sigh, "Such vitality!"

Baiyi examined Sai De; he was the most ordinary among the three, but reaching SS-level was already commendable.

After all, Matt Wei was a Dragon Descendant, with perfect racial genes always being stronger than others.

And Laya...

Baiyi signaled her to come closer.

Laya, somewhat agitated, approached quickly, her etiquette not quite standard: "Bai... Baiyi City Lord!"

She stammered a bit, for in the genius-filled Tianqi Army, she originally felt she wasn’t very conspicuous, but she didn’t expect to be valued by this legendary figure.

Baiyi carefully examined her, ultimately concluding with two words: "Very beautiful!"

As soon as the words were spoken, Matt Wei and Sai De looked at Baiyi with a strange gaze.

Two very targeted glances also turned over, gradually carrying killing intent.

Baiyi felt a chill down his spine, as Laya inexplicably blushed, her amorous yet autumn-like eyes flowing with emotion, Baiyi placed a hand on her head.

Forbidden-level spiritual power suddenly surged into her body.

Boom!

In the midday sky, layers of white clouds began to gather, a trace of divine aura appeared bit by bit as Baiyi forcibly opened something that restricted her talent.

Laya, who originally only had A-level talent, instantly ranked up to SS-level.

Baiyi’s hand was removed, her eyes already closed, her body slowly rising, flying into the sky.

Buzz~

A buzzing sound rang out as Laya, gradually curling her body, had a pair of pure white wings suddenly burst forth from her back.

Matt Wei and Sai De were struck with awe, muttering in disbelief, "Angel?"

"No, Half-Angel," Baiyi corrected, "Though angel genes are very rare, it’s quite an unintended boon."

He turned his head, looking at Diane and Luoning, who were equally amazed, and said with a smile, "Isn’t it indeed very beautiful?"